1996 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (201 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Megane | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Megane | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 96 L |